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These two recipes are straight from the heart of Punjab. Photo: Radisson Blu Hotel

All Indian foodies, especially those who aren't scared of lots of desi ghee and masalas, love Punjabi food. And if you love mutton then this is the cuisine for you, because nothing makes meat taste as good as some Punjabi tadka!

All Indian foodies, especially those who aren't scared of lots of desi ghee and masalas, love Punjabi food. And if you love mutton then this is the cuisine for you, because nothing makes meat taste as good as some Punjabi tadka!

So go get some kilos of mutton and desi ghee, get that large kadhai and karcha out, and get inspired by these two amazingly meaty dishes from the heart of Punjab.Meat Bhatinde WalaThis spicy mutton curry will sit perfectly on your dinner table, especially if you're throwing a feast. This recipe doesn't take that much time to prepare. You can easily nail it in under an hour, and serve it with hot parathas or puris.

Dahi Dhaniye Ka GoshtThe sublime green colour of this dish might remind you of hariyali chicken, but the recipe is quite different. If you thought the previous recipe was spicy, you'll have to call the fire brigade for this one! Follow it up with a kheer and it'll be the perfect feast on any special day.

This dish might remind you of hariyali chicken, but the recipe is quite different. Photo: Radisson Blu Hotel

Method:Heat oil in a thick-bottomed pan, add whole coriander seeds, whole red chilli, cinnamon sticks, black cardamom, black peppercorn and bay leaves, and let it crackle for 30 seconds. Add onions and mutton, and cook for 6 minutes. Now add ginger-garlic paste and other ingredients (except cumin and garam masala powder), cover the meat with tight lid and cook for 45 minutes on a low heat. Check the mutton. If it is cooked, then add cumin seeds and garam masala powder. Remove from heat and serve hot with fresh coriander leaves.

These two mutton curries will change your culinary experience. They are quite easy to prepare and are sure to bring new flavours to your dinner table. And now that monsoon is here, you can indulge in these delicacies without breaking into a sweat.